1971 Honda Z vs. 1995 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1995 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1971 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda Z | 1995 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Z | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 355 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |